Procrastination is the thief of time

Posted on March 18, 2015March 10, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Procrastination is the thief of time My Principal Mrs Bhupalan first wrote that on my report card. She was always pushing me to not waste time on boys but to use up my potential instead. Alas, I chose boys over my studies. Hehe. Why? Because I was starved.......click to learn what next.

What the Government does not tell us about our food and drugs

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

If you have 1.5 hours to spare, actually, make that please force yourself to put 1.5 hours aside to watch this very important documentary about what we put into our bodies. If you care enough about your loved ones, make them watch it too. Stop being so pro.......click to learn what next.

The art of Giving Gifts

Posted on February 15, 2015February 15, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

The art of giving gifts: The Hubs and I are not big on celebrations. Whether I get him anything or not for any occasion and vice versa is irrelevant in our connected lives. Yet sometimes, we manage to surprise one another truly without expectation. I will never forget.......click to learn what next.

Inspirational Stories from India

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Last night whilst out with my BFFs at our regular joint, Fatty who is my long time BFF since I was 15 years old, reminded me of my purpose and how far we have come together. We have really gone through so much, the two of us. Him,.......click to learn what next.

Being Strong

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

Being Strong My late Mother was extremely strong both physically and mentally. You would not imagine that a petite lady of 5 feet 2, slim and beautiful with a tremendously high forehead could hurt a man. She has punched men in jest and they have squealed in pain........click to learn what next.

How to Improve your Health

Posted on January 27, 2015January 25, 2015 by Mamapumpkin

How to Improve Health: Ever since my mother-in-law died, followed by my heart diagnosis, then my Mom's death; I am suddenly dead serious about health. How does one improve their health? My Mom fought 14 years of cancer. That didn't scare me. Having heart disease does. And now.......click to learn what next.

Buying Jewellery

Posted on April 22, 2014October 25, 2018 by Mamapumpkin

Whenever I feel like shopping, the first thing I'd want to go out to buy is clothes and shoes or bags, never jewellery. Why? Because I'm just not that into jewellery! Seriously, I know it's better value for money and everything but I just don't care for it,.......click to learn what next.

Talking about Others

Posted on April 19, 2014April 19, 2014 by Mamapumpkin

Where does one draw the line between the good and the bad when it comes to talking about others? For as long as I can remember as a kid, I was already talked about. Why? Because my mother used to be one of the most sexy Moms at.......click to learn what next.

Life without a maid

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Mamapumpkin

Life without a maid has been good and bad. At first, we went through sadness, then shock, then denial and numbness, then we became pro-active and now, we're coping. Yeah.....although the home looks akin to a land fill from Cambodia, the kids are still alive and we have.......click to learn what next.

T1’s HomeSchooling journey in February

Posted on March 8, 2014March 8, 2014 by Mamapumpkin

To be quite honest, T1's homeschooling journey in February has dwindled from homeschooling to unschooling to just pissing about at home. I'm not sure if that is positive or not. Seriously, if you choose to homeschool your child, you really need to be disciplined enough to monitor their.......click to learn what next.

Musical Instrument Gadgets

Posted on February 15, 2014October 25, 2018 by Mamapumpkin

You know how if you learn the violin, there is an option to buy a shoulder rest to enable violin holding easier and less tiring. However, when T1 first learnt the violin, her teacher said she shouldn't use it because it would cause her to be dependent on.......click to learn what next.

Guitar Sound Boosters

Posted on February 15, 2014October 25, 2018 by Mamapumpkin

When we organised the Children of Myanmar event last year, we needed an amplifier and at that time, I did not even know what the heck an amplifier was. That's why folks, if you have the chance to do something, anything, even if you thought it was a.......click to learn what next.

Women Achieving Continuous Growth

Posted on February 15, 2014February 15, 2014 by Mamapumpkin

When mothers first become mothers, it is difficult for women achieving continuous growth within themselves because they are just too damn busy with caring for the kids but eventually, it is important for women to strive to achieve continuous growth in whatever direction they wish to grow in........click to learn what next.

Supporting your kids school Sports Day

Posted on February 15, 2014February 15, 2014 by Mamapumpkin

Ever since T1 was born, we have attended every single Sports Day that she has ever had. No matter what. We just drop everything. Supporting your kids school sports day is extremely important especially if your kid has a role, even if it is the flag carrier or.......click to learn what next.

Laser Cutting

Posted on January 28, 2014October 25, 2018 by Mamapumpkin

What would you do if you had a laser cutter? T1 said she would like to cut me up for a biology lesson. Eeek!! I'd be sure to keep her away from any shops that have laser cutter for sale! That girl is incorrigible. In fact, my 2.......click to learn what next.